Vision] probably a trance, with the senses dormant, but the mind awake to spiritual impressions: cp. Numbers 24:3-4; Numbers 24:15; Numbers 24:16. Fear not] It is thought that Abraham was depressed at the thought (1) of his childlessness, and (2) of the powerful enemies he had made through the rescue of Lot. To remove the latter fear God promises Himself to be his shield. Thy exceeding great reward] RM 'thy reward shall be exceeding great.'
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Genesis 15:1
1 After these things the word of the LORD came unto Abram in a vision, saying, Fear not, Abram: I am thy shield, and thy exceeding great reward.